Corporate Compliance & Investigations
Global Guide 2024 : United Arab Emirates
Band 2
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+971 4 317 3000Chambers Review
Akin maintains a strong reputation in the corporate investigations field within the UAE. The team is especially highlighted for its extensive experience assisting clients with the full gamut of export control and cross-border sanctions-related issues. The team is equally capable of advising on anti-money laundering investigations as well as proceedings stemming from instances of alleged fraud. Its client list features companies active in sectors as diverse as logistics and professional services.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are experts in the field and provide us with opinions and views in a timely manner."
"They offer excellent client service. They are very bright, have very good insight into the law and its interpretations, and are very good at strategising with you on the best approach."
"Akin has consistently delivered spot-on advice and has gone the extra mile to consider the commercial and practical implications of that advice."
"They are experts in the field and provide us with opinions and views in a timely manner."
"They offer excellent client service. They are very bright, have very good insight into the law and its interpretations, and are very good at strategising with you on the best approach."
"Akin has consistently delivered spot-on advice and has gone the extra mile to consider the commercial and practical implications of that advice."
Notable Practitioners
Mac Fadlallah is well positioned to advise clients on the extraterritorial application of US trade sanctions and compliance laws, including in relation to export control. Clients from varied sectors seek his advice, including sovereign wealth funds, multinational clothing brands and energy companies. He is US-qualified and divides his time between Dubai and Washington, DC.
"He is an excellent lawyer. He is very bright and represents his clients very well. He is very hard-working, has a lot of knowledge and makes himself available."
"Mac Fadlallah is an excellent technical lawyer and a trusted adviser."
"He is very responsive, and very practical in his advice."
Lauren Talerman is a rising star whose recent practice has seen her acting for several clients with regard to the business impact of US sanctions on Russia. She is also well versed in export control and FCPA compliance, and has represented a number of major companies before US regulatory bodies.
"She is excellent. She is very good at the details. She is a great drafter who also advises on communication with regulatory authorities."
"Lauren is an awesome lawyer who is always available with timely support."
Ranked Lawyers at
Akin
United Arab Emirates